Primary Election: Early Voting Starts June 26

Friday, June 26, marks the first day of early voting for the Statewide Primary Election to be held August 11. Blue Earth County encourages voters to vote from home for this election as a safe and effective way to vote. Over 8,500 county voters will be rec...

Blue Earth County Experiencing an Increase in COVID-19 Cases

In the two weeks since implementation of the State of Minnesota’s Stay Safe Plan - Phase III, Blue Earth County has been experiencing an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases.

As of June 24, 2020 Blue Earth County had a total of 267 cases reported...

Blue Earth County Library Open for Visitors by Appointment Only

Beginning Monday, June 22, the Mankato location of the Blue Earth County Library System is excited to begin welcoming the community back into the library! Hours for appointments will be Monday-Friday from 11 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 11 AM to 2 PM.

Patrons c...

Mankato/North Mankato Area Planning Organization Transportation Improvement Plan

The Mankato/North Mankato Area Planning Organization (MAPO) Policy Board approved release of the draft 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for public comment. The public comment period will run June 15, through July 17, 2020. As a component...

We're Committed to Your Mental Health

Every May, mental health awareness focuses on promoting steps for better mental wellness. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and resulting social isolation, awareness of mental health has never been more important.

Blue Earth County is recognizing this mon...

Make Your Appointment

In-person License Center services are available BY APPOINTMENT for Driver’s License and ID cards, motor vehicle registration and transfers, vital records and more. 

To make an appointment:

1. Click here.
2. Select the service you need to make a...

County Road 10 Road Closure

County Road 10 between the Blue Earth River and County Road 1, in Vernon Center and Lyra Townships, will be closed for reconstruction beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Drivers should expect this portion of County Road 10 to be closed until fall. Thru-traff...

Sherman Street Closure in Good Thunder

County Road 1 (Sherman St.) between the west city limits and Ewing St. in Good Thunder will be closed for reconstruction beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Drivers should expect this portion of County Road 1 (Sherman St.) to be closed until late August. Cou...

Summer Reading Program

The 2020 Summer Reading Program is going virtual! Beginning today, May 18, children and adults can earn prizes for reading and can enjoy online programs through the Blue Earth County Libraries.

Kids ages newborn to 17 are invited to take part in the 2020 &...

COVID-19 Information

Blue Earth County is working closely with MDH and other local partners to respond to COVID-19. Get information, prevention tips, and links to resources on our COVID-19 information page.

Library Taking Precautions

All Blue Earth County Library locations  will be closed beginning Monday at 5 p.m. until March 27. These closures are in alignment with the latest guidelines from the Minnesota Department of Health.

Blue Earth County’s top priority is en...